Priyal Dutta

Following the conclusion of the initial phases of general elections, Shimla is currently experiencing an upsurge in tourism industry. The weekend tourist inflow has been on a steady rise, with visitors heading to the hills.

Due to overcrowding and travel, the authorities in Fujikawaguchiko have installed a mesh net to block the view of Mount Fuji from a popular photo spot.

ITC Hotels has opened its first international hotel, ITC Ratnadipa, in Colombo, Sri Lanka. The hotel offers 352 guest rooms, suites and service apartments, all with private balconies boasting stunning waterfront views.

The tourism industry in the Kashmir Valley has expressed concern over the rising airfares, which are affecting the travel industry negatively. As the Kashmir Valley approaches peak summer tourism, airfares are touching new heights daily.

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has called upon the governments of Pakistan and Bangladesh to release airline revenues amounting to millions of dollars being withheld in violation of international agreements.

IHCL has opened a new Vivanta hotel in Jamshedpur on Golmuri Road. The hotel has 95 rooms with hill views. There's also a gym, rooftop pool, and banqueting space for corporate and social events.

Venice has announced a new measure to address the challenges presented by mass travel & tourism. Day visitors to Venice must now purchase a five-euro entry ticket.

According to official data, India's domestic aviation hit a new daily record of 4,71,751 passengers on Sunday, representing a surge of over 14% compared to pre-Covid levels.

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation has issued a directive which mandates that airlines ensure children below the age of 12 are seated with at least one parent or guardian when travelling.

The Department of Tourism Bhutan has issued a notification, dated April 23, 2024, announcing the withdrawal of the mandatory requirement of travel insurance for tourists.